MOOCs and Open Education Around the World. 2015 – Routledge.
Edited by Curtis J. Bonk, Mimi M. Lee, Thomas C. Reeves, Thomas H. Reynolds.
Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education
MOOCs and Open Education is a
book
which
considers
topics
related to open
educational resources
(OER) and
massive open online courses (MOOCs).
Modern
advancements in
blended learning technology are empowering
learners
all over the world
to take online courses.
This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences.
These MOOC classes are
free
for learners but do not
lead to formal accreditation.
There are many
topics that
online learning institutions
are dealing with
more than ever because distance learning technology is
advancing so rapidly.
How can organizations
assure that
the schooling provided by these
massively open online courses is
acceptable?
How can students
make sure that
teachers are properly credentialed
to teach online MOOC courses?
What business models are being used by
organizations like
Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses?
What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal?
Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses.
How can participants
handle problems like
inadequate
student motivation and high
dropout rates?
As digital education technology becomes more
abundant there is a
developing
demand
to grasp how
MOOC courses are being conducted.
Universities
and numerous other
participants
want
to better grasp
these
promising new open education
experiments.
Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses.
Educators want
to perceive how
these MOOCs
can be improved.
To meet this
expanding
demand for
facts
the thrilling new book
MOOCs and Open Education Around the World
offers a critical analysis of
these massively open online courses and other open educational issues.
This gripping new book
also examines the
major controversies associated with
MOOCs and OERS.
To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.
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